USCG NOLA Mess Attendant
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The U.S. Coast Guard (USCG), under the Department of Homeland Security, is conducting market research through a Sources Sought notice for Mess Attendant Services at Coast Guard Base New Orleans, LA. This opportunity is designated as an 8(a) Set-Aside. The purpose is to identify potential vendors capable of providing essential dining facility support. Responses are due by April 1, 2026, 11:59 PM EST.
Scope of Work
The required services support the Dining Facility operations at Coast Guard Base New Orleans. Key tasks include, but are not limited to:
- Dishwashing and sanitization of all mess and meeting spaces.
- Serving line items to authorized patrons.
- Inventory management of cleaning supplies and disposable products.
- Securing utensils and tableware after meal service.
- Cashier duties.
- Hosting special functions. The contractor will be responsible for maintaining the dining facility in an attractive and sanitary manner, adhering to military etiquette, and providing nutritious meals to authorized patrons (enlisted, officer, civilian personnel, and their guests).
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Request for Information (RFI)
- Set-Aside: 8(a) Set-Aside (FAR 19.8)
- Product Service Code: S203 (Food Services)
- Place of Performance: New Orleans, LA
- Response Due: April 1, 2026, 11:59 PM EST
- Published: March 6, 2026 (RFI document posted March 17, 2026)
Information Requested
Interested organizations are asked to submit:
- Organization name, address, email, website, and telephone number.
- Size and type of ownership. The applicable NAICS Code may be 722310.
Additional Notes
This RFI is for market research purposes only and is not a request for proposals. Submission of information is voluntary, and the government is not obligated to respond or reimburse costs incurred by respondents. Responses will help determine potential small business participation and overall industry capability.